Salem Witch Trials Memorial, Salem

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Salem Witch Trials Memorial features a row of benches installed in a stone wall. Each bench is engraved with the name of a victim of the trials. You might bring flowers or a memento to honor those who suffered the witch hunt. You are welcome to sit on benches. The memorial is next to the Peabody Essex Museum. For travelers who use our custom trip planner, Salem holidays become easier to arrange, with trips to the Salem Witch Trials Memorial and other attractions mapped out and timetabled.

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By PandyPandora

A simple, tastefully done and thought provoking memorial next to The Burying Point historic graveyard. There is a granite bench for each of the 20 victims with name, means of execution and execution..... more

A simple, tastefully done and thought provoking memorial next to The Burying Point historic graveyard. There is a granite bench for each of the 20 victims with name, means of execution and execution..... more »
By Ashtb03

Lots of history and stories in this little spot. The slabs of cement with the victims last sayings were eerie but again it was nice. Someone puts roses on the seats almost daily which again sad but...

Lots of history and stories in this little spot. The slabs of cement with the victims last sayings were eerie but again it was nice. Someone puts roses on the seats almost daily which again sad but... more »

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By Aaric Ray (aroc_ray)

Great and historic place to explore for FREE. Each of the little benches at the courtyard area leading into the grave yard has the name, date and cause of death for each of those killed during the Salem with trials. It's a truly humbling place where people lay flowers and similar in memorial to those poor souls during the late 1700s who were unfairly executed by the Puritans. Definitely a must see place and grave yard if you're in Salem for the tourist attractions centered around the Salem Witch trials.

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By Rowena McBride

Such a beautiful and peaceful place to visit! It was really busy when I went but everyone was friendly and respectful to each other! Even with the heavy foot traffic I was able to visit each spot. While the memorial isn’t a particularly large space it was easy to maneuver and take everything in. It is very well kept and clean! The offerings left for remembrance of each victim is incredibly heart touching. I was happy to be able to visit the spot for Giles (it was Halloween time if you’re wondering about my outfit). 🥀🖤

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